SEATTLE - Coast Guard Capt. George E. Pellissier assumes command of the Coast Guard Cutter Polar Sea and Star from Capt. David A. Vaughn at a change-of-command ceremony held at Pier 36 in Seattle, July 1, 2011. The ceremony was overseen by Vice Adm. Mason K. Brown, Pacific Area Commander. U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Nathan W. Bradshaw.